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Author Archives: Robert Meyerowitz
Robert Meyerowitz has been a reporter, editor and foreign correspondent. He covered Central America and the Middle East, he was the cofounder and editor of the Anchorage Press in Alaska, and he taught journalism at the University of Alaska. He comes to Lakeland from Park City, Utah, where he edited The Park Record.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
City Looks for Bluer Pastures
Lakeland has begun planting a new grass strain, CitraBlue, that’s hardier and needs less mowing
Posted inActivism
They Came to Say ‘Hands Off!’ in Munn Park
Lakeland edition of nationwide anti-Trump rally draws hundreds to downtown
Posted inConsumer
Looking for Chicks? You’ve Got to Move Fast
With egg prices still high, Lakelanders are searching for starter chicks.
Posted inBusiness
Last Chance to Apply for Catapult Micro-Grants
Lakeland businesses can get up to $10,000 to buy assets but they must apply by midnight today, Friday, March 21, 2025.
Posted inConsumer
New Aldi on South Florida Is Weeks from Opening
A sneak peek at Aldi’s newest store in Lakeland
Posted inArts & Culture
It’s a Swan: Mayfaire-by-the-Lake Unveils Featured Art
Emma Holland created “Swan’s Special Garden” for this year’s Mayfaire-by-the-Lake festival.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lake Bonny Residents Say City Still Doesn’t Get Flooding Risk
Lake Bonny residents have launched a petition online demanding oversight of city flood mitigation.
Posted inDowntown
Rec Room Gets Nod for Downtown Expansion
The bar and arcade will double its capacity and add off-duty police
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Roberts McCarley Launches Bid for Mayor
The six-year city commissioner is first to announce for the city of Lakeland’s top elected position.